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$70.8 Billion proposed (Jan 21, 2026). Does it actually fix Maryland's fiscal problems? Here's the breakdown.
Maryland ranks 11th highest in debt-per-capita nationally. Moody's downgraded the state's credit rating in May 2025.
This budget closes FY2027's $1.5B gap, but does NOT fix the structural problem. Here's what's coming:
Why? The Blueprint for Maryland's Future education program will exhaust its trust fund. Then it either gets cut or paid from general funds (meaning higher taxes).
This budget gets Maryland through FY2027 without raising state taxes. But it kicks the can down the road. Unless spending is cut OR revenue increases, expect either higher taxes or major program cuts after the 2026 election.
The legislature must pass a balanced budget by April 6, 2026. NOW is the time to tell your representatives what you think.
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Maryland nonprofits receive millions in tax dollars. Here's how to see what they're getting and whether they're compliant.
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Search MD Charities →See any nonprofit's revenue, expenses, executive salaries, and top donors. All 501(c)(3) orgs must file publicly — no secrets allowed.
ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer →Track federal tax dollars flowing to Maryland nonprofits. Search by organization, agency, or program to see who's getting what.
USAspending.gov →Maryland's spending portal shows state grants and contracts awarded to nonprofits. See which organizations receive state funding.
MD Spending Portal →Advanced searchable database of 990 filings. Filter by location, revenue size, assets, and more. Great for research.
Open990.org →Independent ratings of nonprofit effectiveness, governance, and financial health. Check before you donate.
Charity Navigator →Official sources for Maryland government data